ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

Why do I need an Orthopaedic Surgeon?

Musculoskeletal pain is the number one reason people visit their family doctor yearly. Orthopaedic Surgeons are devoted to preventing, diagnosing, and treating disorders of the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. These conditions can affect people at any age and at any time, which keeps patients of all ages from working and enjoying life. An orthopaedic surgeon is an expert with extensive training and knowledge in non-surgical and surgical treatment strategies for injuries and diseases involving the musculoskeletal system. High-quality orthopaedic care is invaluable and helps people reclaim their quality of life.

What are the common reasons for seeing an Orthopaedic Surgeon?

Some of the typical disorders treated by Orthopaedic Surgeons include:

  • Fractures and dislocations

  • Torn ligaments, sprains, and strains

  • Tendon injuries, injured muscles, and bursitis

  • Arthritis in the knee or hip requiring joint replacement

  • Arthritis and injuries of the shoulder and elbow

  • Herniated discs in the spine, sciatica, and scoliosis

  • Bunions, hammer toes, flat feet, and arthritis in the ankle

  • Osteoporosis

  • Bone and soft tissue tumours

Do I need surgery?

Our goal is to help you maintain or restore function, mobility, and quality of life. Our Orthopedic Surgeons, want to work with you to avoid surgeries, if possible, through appropriate physiotherapy and lifestyle improvements. They can also offer injections, such as steroids and hyaluronic acid, to help relieve pain and improve mobility. Surgery is reserved for patients whose function remains limited despite more conservative therapy. Thankfully, orthopaedic operations, such as hip and knee replacements, are some of the most beneficial medical interventions to improve the quality of life and productivity in society. For this reason, hip and knee replacements are the most common operations undertaken by many Orthopaedic Surgeons.

I want to see an Orthopaedic Surgeon at Unify Health. How can I make an appointment?

In Ontario, seeing an Orthopaedic Surgeon requires a referral from a doctor or nurse practitioner. If you have one, please take our information to your family doctor or nurse practitioner and let them know we are happy to see you in a fast and efficient manner.

How can I learn more?

To learn more about orthopaedics and what a surgeon can offer, you can visit the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation.